subject: How Conjugated Linoleic Acid Can Help You Lose Weight [print this page] Restaurants and food companies around the world are working tirelessly to either reduce or completely remove trans fats from the foods that we enjoy. This unhealthy fat raises our bad cholesterol levels while also lowering the good ones. This contributes to heart disease.
Since these bad fats have been shown to contribute to obesity, cancer, heart disease and type 2 diabetes, it is very important to try and avoid these whenever possible.
There is a good trans fat that is naturally found in some grazing animals such as sheep, cattle and deer. CLA or conjugated linoleic acid is a naturally occurring trans fat.
CLA has been demonstrated to decrease abdominal fat, jump start metabolism while improving muscle growth. It is also known to lower bad cholesterol along with triglycerides while boosting the immune system. It also reduces insulin resistance, among many other benefits.
The preferred method of taking CLA to help with weight loss is through ingesting meat and dairy from grass fed animals. But, there are CLA supplements out there in pill and powder form as well. Just make sure that they come from a reputable company and certified as authentic before purchasing any.
CLA, like so many other products on the health food market may not be authentic. Going to a health food store adds a layer of security. Some products that are not genuine will not work, and they can also pose a health hazard.
CLA is not a miracle weight loss cure, and needs to be blended in with a healthy diet and exercise program in order to receive the best benefits.
Don't forget that not all trans fats are bad, just the artificial ones. CLA is a good one to have and will help maintain overall health.
by: Gary Beard
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